NORTHSTOWE NEWS
2024 IN REVIEW
2024 has been another landmark year in the evolution of Northstowe, with significant progress being made when it comes to the development of homes, education, leisure, and community activities.
Delivering Biodiversity Net Gain in Northstowe
December 2024
Arcadis have produced a booklet which explains our approach to biodiversity in Northstowe.
UPDATE FROM HOMES ENGLAND ON NORTHSTOWE, PHASE TWO
December 2024
Here’s your latest update from Homes England, the Master Developer for Northstowe Phase Two and Three.
NORTHSTOWE NEIGHBOURS: BUILDING A FITTER FUTURE IN NORTHSTOWE
December 2024
Fostering wellbeing, sustainability, and a strong sense of community among residents are at the heart of Northstowe's development.
CELEBRATING NORTHSTOWE’S UNIQUE IDENTITY
October 2024
As Northstowe’s development progresses and its population grows, so does its identity and pioneering, independent community spirit.
NORTHSTOWE RESIDENT NAMES MAJOR GATEWAY TO NEW TOWN "NORTHSTOWE AVENUE"
October 2024
A local Northstowe resident has left a lasting mark on the town’s future by naming the main gateway road, now officially known as "Northstowe Avenue."
LAMBERT SMITH HAMPTON
September 2024
Homes England, the government’s homes and regeneration agency, has appointed Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH) to act as property agent and advisor for Northstowe.
SUMMER ROUND-UP
September 2024
Read our blog to see what exciting activities went on in Northstowe this Summer!
MAJOR MILESTONE FOR EDUCATION IN NORTHSTOWE
September 2024
The very first cohort of primary-age pupils and Sixth Form students have started at Northstowe Learning Community.
DEVELOPER TO ESTABLISH COHOUSING COMMUNITY IN NORTHSTOWE
September 2024
Homes England has appointed profit-with-purpose developer, TOWN, to establish a new cohousing community in Northstowe.
OUTDOOR SUMMER CINEMA SCREENING
August 2024
Homes England has awarded Northstowe Arts CIC £7,500 from the Northstowe Community Activation Fund to support the delivery of a free outdoor community cinema screening this summer.
MEET THE NORTHSTOWE NEIGHBOURS
August 2024
A new page has been has been added to the website where you can find a series of short films introducing some of the many charters who call Northstowe home.
NORTHSTOWE TOWN CENTRE ONE STEP CLOSER
July 2024
Homes England, Keepmoat and Capital&Centric sign an agreement to deliver 3,000 homes and new town centre.
NEW BMX TRACK ONLINE CONSULTATION
July 2024
Missed the new BMX track consultation event? Leave your thoughts here.
DESIGN CODE ONLINE CONSULTATION
July 2024
Missed the design code consultation event? Leave your thoughts here.
CELEBRATING COMMUNITY SPIRIT IN NORTHSTOWE
July 2024
In May 2024, hundreds of residents and visitors gathered to celebrate the opening of the new Western Park Sports Pavilion.
THE MIDSUMMER FESTIVAL
July 2024
On Saturday 22 June, Northstowe Hub CIO and Northstowe Arts CIC delivered the inaugural Midsummer Festival in Northstowe.
ROMSEY MILL
July 2024
Read this blog to see how Romsey Mill supports and empowers young people in Northstowe.
PUBLIC CONSULTATION EVENT
July 2024
We want your views on two areas of development in Northstowe.
COGNITION LAND AND WATER WORKS
July 2024
Homes England has appointed Cognition Land and Water to deliver construction works that will help make way for future housing developments and enhance outdoor space in the emerging town.
ESSENTIAL MINOR WORKS IN NORTHSTOWE
May 2024
Construction companies, Sisk and Greenfisher, will be undertaking a series of minor, essential works across Northstowe throughout June and July 2024.
NORTHSTOWE “BRAIN GAIN”
May 2024
Did you know that Northstowe is fast becoming a magnet for professionals in the science and technology sectors?
NORTHSTOWE COMMUNITY ACTIVATION FUND
May 2024
The funding will support projects that will directly benefit Northstowe residents, contribute to community vibrancy, and enable opportunities for resident participation.
NORTHSTOWE DEVELOPMENT UPDATES
May 2024
Have a read to find out more about Northstowe’s development so far!
ROAD NAMING COMPETITION
April 2024
THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED.
ESSENTIAL TREE MAINTENANCE WORKS AT NORTHSTOWE
March 2024
This week expert tree surgeons begin the process of creating safer spaces to foster biodiversity.
NEW TREE BELT TO BE PLANTED
March 2024
A new belt of trees is to be planted close to Rampton Drift creating new wildlife habitats.
LIFE IN NORTHSTOWE
January 2024
View the latest developments at Northstowe in our short film.
2023 IN REVIEW
December 2023
2023 has been an exciting year in Northstowe’s journey, with the development of the emerging town taking significant steps forward and its resident community continuing to thrive.
CELEBRATING THE FESTIVE SEASON IN NORTHSTOWE
December 2023
The festivities will be in full swing in Northstowe this December, with a sparkling line-up of Christmas activities set to bring cheer across the emerging town.
CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON PRE-SCHOOL TO SIXTH FORM EDUCATION CAMPUS
October 2023
Construction has commenced on a major expansion of Northstowe Secondary College and the creation of a brand new sixth form, primary school and pre-school.
CELEBRATING NORTHSTOWE’S COMMUNITY CENTRE
October 2023
At the end of September, Northstowe welcomed everyone to its brand-new temporary community centre for a day of fun, food, and festivities – here’s a recap!
NEW ACCESS ROAD – FAQS
September 2023
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the opening of the new access road and new active travel routes.
INTRODUCING THE NEW GATEWAY TO NORTHSTOWE
September 2023
The new access road will open late on Friday 29 September 2023.
COMMUNITY CELEBRATION TO UNVEIL NEW SCULPTURE
September 2023
On September 30th, ‘A Symbol for Northstowe’ will find its permanent home at Northstowe’s Community Centre.
PLANS IN FOR NEW COMMUNITY CENTRE
September 2023
A planning application to provide a permanent community centre for the first phase of Northstowe has been submitted by South Cambridgeshire District Council.
ART IS WHERE THE HOME IS
August 2023
Take a look at the Northstowe Heritage Art Project, which is now in its later stages.
THE LATEST PROGRESS AT NORTHSTOWE
July 2023
An update on some of the latest news at Northstowe.
NORTHSTOWE 100
July 2023
One hundred things you might not know about Northstowe.
DRAINAGE & GROUNDWATER
May 2023
We have produced a booklet which explains our approach to water management on site.
KEEPMOAT HOMES STARTS ON SITE AT NORTHSTOWE
May 2023
Work has started on site for 300 new homes at Northstowe.
NORTHSTOWE’S NEW COMMUNITY CENTRE
April 2023
Plans are progressing with the delivery of the modular building.
2022 IN REVIEW
December 2022
It has been quite a year! Here are some of our highlights!
HERITAGE CENTRE START ON SITE
October 2022
Work has started on site to construct the new Heritage Centre next to Northstowe House.
ON THE BUSES
August 2022
Exciting trial run for Northstowe’s bus only route.
LAKE NAMING COMPETITION - WINNERS ANNOUNCED
July 2022
In March we launched a competition to name our new lakes. Winners were announced at the recent Northstowe Community Forum. And the winners are . . .
PHASE 3B GETS GREEN LIGHT
March 2022
Final phase of new town supported at South Cambs Planning Committee.
PLANS FOR PHASE 3A SUPPORTED AND FUNDING SECURED
February 2022
Milestone for Northstowe as 4,000 homes and £123 million funding secured.
B1050 ROADWORKS (UPDATE)
January - March 2022
Works to connect the Northstowe’s access road to the B1050 near Bar Hill are taking place between January and March 2022.
LATEST PROGRESS AT NORTHSTOWE
December 2021
Watch the latest update video and see how Northstowe is growing.
CENTRAL ONE - NORTHSTOWE TOWN CENTRE STARTS HERE
November 2021
Northstowe new town reaches ‘significant milestone’ with town centre site launched to market.
URBAN SPLASH DELIVERS FIRST 43 HOMES TO I
NHOLM
October 2021
Progressing its new Cambridgeshire neighbourhood, Inholm, the modern housebuilder House by Urban Splash has delivered 43 homes in 43 days.
NEW HOMES UNVEILED AT INHOLM
June 2021
Two new show homes are unveiled at the House by Urban Splash Inholm neighbourhood.
FIRST HOMES AT INHOLM ARRIVE
March 2021
The first two homes of a new neighbourhood arrive at Northstowe.
VIRTUAL CONSULTATION FOR THE FENWAYS
February 2021
Have your say on the proposals for a new neighbourhood of Northstowe.
PHASE 3 APPLICATION DOCUMENTS UPDATED
February 2021
Updates to the Phase 3A and Phase 3B outline applications are available to view and comment on until 1 March 2021.
FOOTAGE OF NEW BRIDGE FOR NORTHSTOWE RELEASED
December 2020
Huge cranes lift striking new Wilson’s Bridge into place. Here’s how it was put together on site.
LATEST DRONE FOOTAGE SHOWS PROGRESS AT NORTHSTOWE
November 2020
Things are coming along nicely.
LOCAL MP GETS HIS FIRST LOOK AT CAMBRIDGESHIRE’S NEW TOWN
September 2020
Anthony Browne MP views progress at Northstowe.
THE FUTURE OF HOUSEBUILDING IS COMING TO CAMBRIDGESHIRE
September 2020
These customisable homes are coming to Northstowe this weekend - and you can start designing them from the comfort of your sofa today.
NORTHSTOWE’S NEW RESIDENTS
August 2020
A spacious garden, country walks, and other reasons why Northstowe’s a great choice.
NORTHSTOWE IN DEMAND
July 2020
Cambridgeshire’s new town is in demand thanks to homebuyers’ increasing value for green space during lockdown.
INHOLM WINS HOUSING DESIGN AWARD
July 2020
Proposals for the new neighbourhood have received a prestigious national award.
HOUSEBUILDERS TO KEEP HOMEBUYERS MOVING DURING LOCKDOWN
June 2020
In-person house tours to return at Northstowe’s, after safety measures introcued to homebuying appointments
NORTHSTOWE PHASE 3 PLANNING APPLICATION SUBMITTED
May 2020
Homes England has submitted two Outline Planning Applications for new communities of up to 5,000 homes.
NORTHSTOWE DEVELOPERS COMMUNITY FUND RELEASED
April 2020
New funding for community projects is launched today.
DESIGNED BY US COLOURED BY YOU
30 Apr 2020
Residents at Northstowe can discover HousebyUS with colouring sheets for budding artists to fuse their love of Art and Architecture.
WORLD BOOK DAY TREAT FOR PUPILS AT NORTHSTOWE SECONDARY COLLEGE
05 March 2020
Northstowe Secondary College will enjoy some new books in their growing library thanks to some famous authors who have kindly donated books ahead of World Book Day.
THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE NORTHSTOWE AS NEW TOWN WELCOMES ITS 500TH RESIDENT
February 2020
Alistair and Carla move from Surrey to a new house at Northstowe.
GREEN LIGHT FOR MODULAR HOMES AT NORTHSTOWE
12 Feb 2020
Detailed Planning Permission has been approved for a new neighbourhood at Northstowe by Urban Splash.
NORTHSTOWE DEVELOPMENT UPDATE
17 Dec 2019
Drone footage filmed in November 2019 shows the progress being made at the Northstowe development.
urban splash reveal plans for new homes at northstowe
15 May 2019
Developers Urban Splash presented their early design thinking for a new community at Northstowe during the Community Forum in May.
NORTHSTOWE DEVELOPMENT UPDATE
03 April 2019
Drone footage filmed in March 2019 shows the progress being made at the Northstowe development.
Northstowe development update
15 November 2018
Drone footage filmed in October 2018 shows the progress being made at the Northstowe development.
Community Archaeology Excavations at Northstowe
18 June 2018
From 18 June - 20 July, 2018, you can dig alongside archaeologists from the Cambridge Archaeological Unit at the Iron Age and Roman site of Northstowe.
Help to Buy provides major boost to house-hunters in Northstowe
20 April 2018
The Government’s Help to Buy scheme has given a significant boost to aspiring homeowners in Northstowe, according to Bloor Homes. Over 60 per cent of purchasers at the Bloor Homes development have used the quality loan scheme since the official sales launch in May 2017.
Barratt Homes to Unveil New Show Homes at Northstowe Development
16 March 2018
Cambridgeshire homebuyers are being given a great opportunity to view the sought-after properties at Barratt Homes’ Northstowe development in Longstanton, with two new show homes opening on 24th March.
Homebuilder's Novel Idea for National Storytelling Week
15 March 2018
Stories were brought to life in front of the eyes of pupils at Pathfinder Primary School thanks to a storytelling event organised by Barratt Homes Eastern Counties at the school in Longstanton.
Northstowe Design Code shortlisted for National Urban Design Awards
8 March 2018
The Northstowe Phase 2 Design Code, by Tibbalds Planning and Urban Design, was a finalist at the National Urban Design Awards in March 2018. Watch the animation illustrating the Northstowe vision for healthier living and people friendly places.
NORTHSTOWE NEWS
Exciting new film shows progress at Northstowe
26 February 2018
New drone footage shows the impressive progress to date on Phase 1 of Northstowe including the completed new homes - many of which are now occupied. Work has already on the second phase in the next few months with these houses due to occupation from 2020.
New schools in Northstowe move one step closer
9 February 2018
The schools at Northstowe are moving a step forward following the appointment of Kier as the design and build contractor just before Christmas. The development team are taking the initial plans for the secondary and special school to the Cambridgeshire Design Quality panel on 5 February.
Public Consultation Education Campus: exhibition 21 February 2018
6 February 2018
We are pleased to announce that proposals are being developed to design and construct the Northstowe Education Campus. The campus, which will be built in a number of phases, will ultimately provide primary (including pre-school), Secondary, SEN (Special Education Needs) and sixth form provision, as well as sports and community facilities.
7-year-old Aurelia wins Taylor Wimpey East Anglia design competition
January 2018
A 7-year-old girl from the Pathfinder C of E Primary School in Northstowe, has won a competition to design a new home greeting card for Taylor Wimpey East Anglia. Children from the local primary school were tasked with designing a card that would be sent to residents at Taylor Wimpey’s nearby Varsity Grange development.
Welcoming our first residents
July 2017
We were thrilled to celebrate the arrival of Northstowe’s first new residents earlier this year, with many more due to arrive over the coming months, and over a quarter of homes already reserved. Developer Bloor Homes will be building the first 92 homes in Phase 1, with houses ranging from two to five bedrooms.